Sixth Council District Newsletter
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Dear Neighbors,
Thank you for subscribing to my electronic newsletter. As an office, we strive to keep you informed of Sixth District and City-wide policy changes, special events, and highlights of our City. If there is an area of interest to you, please write to us at
district6@longbeach.gov
, and we will work to publish commentary related to the subject.
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Martin Luther King Jr. Parade and Celebration
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The 30th annual Martin Luther King Jr. Parade and celebration was a big success.
Thank you all for coming out!
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Applications Open for Port Internships and Scholarships
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There is a great opportunity available for high school students with good academic standing. Juniors and seniors from the Long Beach School District are encouraged to apply. This paid internship will allow for students to learn experience and knowledge of the goods movement industry. The scholarship is available to seniors pursuing careers in international trade, logistics, and other-port related industry. To find out information about the the internship
click here and to learn more about the scholarship
click here. March 1, 2018 is the deadline for both applications.
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January Programming for Youth, Seniors, and Community Members
Council District 6 is home to several parks and libraries.
Parks and libraries with regular programming and staff on site include: McBride Park, Veterans Park, King Park, MacArthur Park, Burnett Library, and Mark Twain Library. Park Please visit any of these sites to participate in programming, after-school homework assistance, arts & crafts, and community services. Click on each park site and library links for programming calendars and special events.
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Human Trafficking Awareness
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Interview Clothing Give-Away
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Building Healthy Relationships
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Resource and Job Fair February 3rd!
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Free Saturday Family Theatre
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Special Notices
Long Beach
The City of Long Beach is proud to release the
2017 Year in Review
, a comprehensive review of the City’s accomplishments and accolades for the year. During 2017, the City received national recognition for its efforts in technology, equality, housing, green initiatives, city planning, leisure opportunities, and a world-class public library system
.
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Neighborhood Leadership Program (NLP)
The Department of Development Services has made the 2018 Neighborhood Program Class application available. This is the 25th year for the program and it is designed to provide an opportunity for participants to strengthen their linkages with the city and their community. For the NLP application click
program application. For more information about the program please
click here.
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Upcoming Southern California Edison Power Outage
Outage Status: Scheduled
Outage Alert Num: 868718
Starting at: January 29, 2018 8:00 p.m.
Ending at: January 30, 2018 4:00 a.m.
# of Residential customers affected: 34
# of Commercial customers affected: 13
# of Traffic Control meters affected: 0
Outage Boundary: EAST SIDE ALLEY WEST OF PACIFIC 120' NORTH OF 20TH STREET
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Got E-Waste?
Conservation Corps of Long Beach's next E-Waste event will take place on Saturday, January 27th 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at 3635 Atlantic Avenue, Long Beach 90807
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Council Action and Department News
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Digital Inclusion
Tuesday, January 23rd, Councilman Andrews was proud to co-sponsor digital inclusion legislation for Long Beach. It is extremely important that we address connectivity issues for all residents, as reliable internet access in the home is important for education, community engagement, and well-being.
The next City Council meeting is February 6th at City Hall, 333 W. Ocean Blvd.
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Join a Community Group
These groups meet once a month and provide community updates, and a chance for you to meet your neighbors. They are listed by date of meeting.
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Wrigley Association
The Wrigley Association meets the first Monday of every month at Veteran's Park at 101 E 28th Street at 7:00pm. Please visit their website for more information.
Wrigley Association Link
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Anaheim, Orange, Cherry, 7th Street (AOC7)
AOC7 meets the first Wednesday of every month at 6:30pm at Gamboa Theater located at MacArthur Park 1323 Gundry Avenue. Please visit their Facebook page for more information.
AOC7 Facebook Link
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Midtown Neighborhood Association
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Central Neighborhood Advisory Committee (CNAC)
CNAC meets the second Wednesday of every month at 4:00pm at Burnett Library at 560 E Hill Street. Please e-mail their President
Jose Flores
for more information.
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Midtown Business Improvement District
The Midtown Business Improvement District (BID) is not a neighborhood association, but a district created to promote and market the Anaheim Street commercial corridor. Its members are all business or property owners along Anaheim, who work together to promote commerce and community partnerships. Please visit their
Facebook page
for more information.
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Wrigley Area Neighborhood Alliance (WANA)
WANA meets the third Monday of every month at Veteran's Park at 101 E 28th Street at 7:00pm. If their meeting day falls on a holiday, their meeting is rescheduled to the following Monday. Please visit their
Facebook page
for more information. February's meeting will be the 4th Monday.
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Sunny Central Neighborhood Association
Sunny Neighborhood Association is in its early stages, and does not meet on a regular basis quite yet. Please visit their
Facebook page
for more information and stay tuned for updates!
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Sunny Central's Inaugural Neighborhood Cleanup
Sunny Central was able to organize and remove 14 TONS of trash. Thank you Sunny Central for revitalizing your neighborhood and taking action.
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Contact your Council District 6 Office
*If you are unsure who to address your e-mail to, please send it to our general inbox at district6@longbeach.gov*
562-570-6816
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